Wataru Sakuma, "Roxas Blvd" at Map, Art Informal
Doing the rounds of galleries gave way to other projects these past few weeks, but this weekend proved a good time to catch up on Manila’s offerings: Continue reading
Noi Gonzales, "Pakikisama", at Pinto Art Gallery
I’ve been stranded in the seven kingdoms of Westeros these past few weeks, ensnared by the five mammoth volumes of The Game of Thrones. I thought it high time to come back to reality, to catch up on Manila’s art scene—my original form of escape. I wanted to see some exhibits that were due to close, and to make sure I made it to some of this weekend’s more promising openings.
My two-day art binge took me from the heart of Taguig’s Global City, to the streets of Makati and yonder, all the way up to the hills of Antipolo. Continue reading
By Herve di Rosa
“The Philippines is a very particular place”, observed Hervé di Rosa over Thai food. “One foot in the west, and one in the east”, he added, stomping his feet in turn to make his point. “I also notice that the tradition of painting is very strong here, with young artists still taking it up.” Continue reading